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Independent Living and Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities

Funds person-centred health, care and technology that help people with disabilities live independently and belong in their communities.

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Independent living requires accessible, affordable and person-centred health, social-care and community services that provide choice and support across the life course. This Research and Innovation Action explores ways to remove barriers, support deinstitutionalisation and empower persons with disabilities to participate in society on an equal basis.

Proposals must address at least three areas, s

Address at least three areas supporting independent living for persons with long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory disabilities: health causes and treatments; children, young people or older persons; habilitation and rehabilitation; prevention; transition from institutions to community life; or person-centred health and social care. Include accessible services, assistive technologies, disaggregated data, participation by representative organisations and SSH.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.13 Apr 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.22 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€39.3M

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: HORIZON-HLTH-2027-01-STAYHLTH-01Source: ec.europa.eu